subtask

/ˈsʌbtæsk/

Definitions

1. noun

a smaller task that is part of a larger task or project

“The project manager broke down the large task into several subtasks to assign to team members.”

2. verb

to break down a task into smaller tasks

“The project manager decided to subtask the project to make it more manageable.”

Synonyms

  • subdivision
  • subunit

Antonyms

  • main task
  • primary objective